TC Ord. No. 2004-15 Approving an amendment to the wildridge planned unit development PUD for Lots 54,55,89,90 block 4 Wildridge subdivision TOA eagle county COTOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
ORDINANCE NO. 04-15
SERIES OF 2004
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR
LOTS 54, 55, 89 and 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE
SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO.
WHEREAS, the Owner Jay K. Peterson, has applied for approval of a Planned Unit
Development ("PUD") Amendment to the Wildridge PUD for Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4,
Wildridge Subdivision (otherwise titled the "Western Sage PUD"); and
WHEREAS, the application proposes to amend the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54,
55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 6 and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, the proper posting, publication and public notices for the hearings before
the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon were provided as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon held a public
hearing on August 17, 2004, at which time the applicant and the public were given an
opportunity to express their opinions and present certain information and reports regarding the
proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, following such public hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission
forwarded its recommendation for approval on the PUD application to the Town Council of the
Town of Avon through Resolution 04-22; and
WHEREAS, after notices provided by law, this Council held a public hearing on the
Ie- day of 6CP'kX , 2004, at which time the public was given an opportunity to
express their opinions regarding the proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, based upon the evidence, testimony, and exhibits, and a study of the
Comprehensive Plan of the Town of Avon, Town Council of the Town of Avon finds as follows:
1. The hearings before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Town Council
were both extensive and complete and that all pertinent facts, matters and issues
were submitted at those hearings.
2. That the PUD Plan is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town's
Comprehensive Plan, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood and the
public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, THAT:
The Western Sage PUD Amendment to the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and
90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004 is hereby approved,
subject to concurrent approval of corresponding subdivision and associated technical corrections
as follows:
The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the following:
a. Building Envelopes, featuring a minimum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a minimum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically defined to contain all required site disturbances.
b. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be
copied to the PUD plan.
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Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the corresponding
subdivision Preliminary Plan.
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED, this a day of a uS~ , 2004, and a public hearing shall be held at the
regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado, on the Iy'- day of,
lj~lel`11~1+✓ , 2004, at 5:30 P.M. in the Municipal Building of the Town of Avon, Colorado.
Town of Avon, Colorado
Town Council
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INTRODUCED, PASSED ON SECOND READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED the o9r day of fIe.W1RE?- , 2004.
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STATE OF COLORADO)
COUNTY OF EAGLE ) SS
TOWN OF AVON )
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF AVON, COLORADO ADOPTED ON THE 28TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER
2004 THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE:
Ordinance No. 04-15, Series of 2004, Second Reading, An Ordinance
Approving an Amendment to the Wildridge Planned Unit Development
(PUD) for Lots 54, 55, 89, 90, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision, Town of
Avon, Eagle County, Colorado
A copy of said Ordinance is attached hereto, and is also on file at the office of
the Town Clerk, and may be inspected during regular business hours, Monday
through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
This notice is given and posted by order of the Town Council of the Town of
Avon, Colorado
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
BY: Patty McKenny
Town Clerk
POSTED AT THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THE TOWN OF
AVON ON OCTOBER 1, 2004
✓ AVON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, MAIN LOBBY
✓ ALPINE BANK, MAIN LOBBY
✓ AVON RECREATION CENTER, MAIN LOBBY
✓ CITY MARKET, MAIN LOBBY
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
ORDINANCE NO. 04-15
SERIES OF 2004
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR
LOTS 54, 55, 89 and 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE
SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO.
WHEREAS, the Owner Jay K. Peterson, has applied for approval of a Planned Unit
Development ("PUD") Amendment to the Wildridge PUD for Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4,
Wildridge Subdivision (otherwise titled the "Western Sage PUD"); and
WHEREAS, the application proposes to amend the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54,
55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 6 and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated. July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, the proper posting, publication and public notices for the hearings before
the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon were provided as required by.law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon held a public
hearing on August 17, 2004, at which time the applicant and the public were given an
opportunity to express their opinions and present certain information and reports regarding the
proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, following such public hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission
forwarded its recommendation for approval on the PUD application to the Town Council of the
Town of Avon through Resolution 04-22; and
WHEREAS, after notices provided by law, this Council held a public hearing on the
day of , 2004, at which time the public was given an opportunity to
express their opinions regarding the proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, based upon the evidence, testimony, and exhibits, and a study of the
Comprehensive Plan of the Town of Avon, Town Council of the Town of Avon finds as follows:
1. The hearings before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Town Council
were both extensive and complete and that all pertinent facts, matters and issues
were submitted at those hearings.
2. That the PUD Plan is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town's
Comprehensive Plan, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood and the
public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, THAT:
The Western Sage PUD Amendment to the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and
90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004 is hereby approved,
subject to concurrent approval of corresponding subdivision and associated technical corrections
as follows:
1. The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the following:
a. Building Envelopes, featuring a minimum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a minimum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically defined to contain all required site disturbances.
b. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be
copied to the PUD plan.
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3. Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the corresponding
subdivision Preliminary Plan.
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED, this day of , 2004, and a public hearing shall be held at the
regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado, on the day of,
, 2004, at 5:30 P.M. in the Municipal Building of the Town of Avon, Colorado.
Town of Avon, Colorado
Town Council
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON SECOND READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED the day of , 2004.
Town of Avon, Colorado, Town Council
Mayor
ATTEST:
Town Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Town Attorney
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*Mem.0
To: Honorable Mayor and Town Council
Thru: Larry Brooks, Town Manager
From: Tambi Katieb, AICP - Community Developme"V
Date September 28, 2004
Re: Second Reading of Ordinance No. 04-15 approving amendment for lots
54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4, Wildridge PUD (known as the "Western
Sage PUD") - PUBLIC HEARING
Summary:
Jay Peterson is proposing an amendment to the Wildridge PUD for the four residential
properties listed above, all of which are located in Block 4 of the Wildridge subdivision.
The application is being reviewed in conjunction with a preliminary subdivision
application and subdivision variance application in order to create the private access
drive as proposed. Council approved this Ordinance on First Reading at the August
• 17, 2004 meeting.
In summary, the applicant is proposing to rezone four lots that are currently zoned for
duplex and triplex development to create eight single-family lots. The rezoning
represents a reduction of existing vested rights for 11 dwelling units to 8 dwelling units,
a 27% reduction in development rights.
The application was originally submitted as providing access to all eight lots from and
extension of Longsun Lane. It also involved the moving of platted `non-developable
areas' that exist on the Wildridge PUD plat.
After significant discussion with staff, the Commission and members of the public the
applicant withdrew that application and submitted the revised application before you
today. The most salient points of the current application include:
No change to anticipated access patterns (i.e. shared access from both
Longsun and Wildridge Road that reflects the existing PUD
configuration)..
A more contiguous revision to the platted non-developable areas that
appears to meet the intent of recent policy guidance provided by Town
Council through Resolution 04-25.
• The creation of a private access serving 5 single-family homes from
. Longsun Lane.
Second Reading of Ordinance 04-15 (PUBLIC HEARING)
September 28, 2004
Establishing design guidelines through the PUD for the project to
complement those found in the Town design review guidelines. The
guidelines for the PUD will be recorded in conjunction with the final plat
approval.
Action on this application should coincide with action on Resolution 04-37, approving
Subdivision Variance and Preliminary Plan for the project.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 04-15 on second and final reading after
conducting a public hearing on the application.
Town Manager Comments:
Exhibits:
A. Staff Report (and backup exhibits) to Planning & Zoning Commission (August
12, 2004 hearing)
B. Executed Planning & Zoning Commission Resolution 04-22
C. Proposed Town Council Ordinance 04-15, Signed on First Reading.
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Western Sage PUD, Lots 54,55,89,90 Block 4, Wildridge PUD
Second Reading of Ordinance 04-15, September 9, 2004 - Public Hearing
Staff Report
PUD
Amendment AVON
F'OLORADO
August 17,2 04 Planning a zoning Commissi
on meeting
Report date August 12, 2004
Project type PUD AMENDMENT to the WILDRIDGE PUD
Legal description Lots 54,55,89 &90, Block 4, Wildridge
Subdivision
Current zoning Lot 54: Duplex / Lot 55, 89, 90: Triplex
Address 5190 & 5196 Longsun Lane / 5767 & 5775
Wildridge Road East
Introduction '
Jay K: Peterson is proposing an amendment to the Wildridge PUD for the four residential
properties listed above, all of which are located in Block 4 of the Wildridge subdivision. The
new PUD is being referenced as the "Western Sage PUD"..
• This submittal is a revised version of a prior application that was
Commission. During that application review, which featured acceheard in June o f this year by
ss to all of the proposed lots the
from Longsun Lane and a significant reformatting of the platted non-developable areas, the
applicant provided a revised concept (the basis of this submittal) for input by the Commission
and the public.
The subject properties are currently zoned to allow for a total of eleven (11) dwelling units, and
include the following existing and proposed zoning designations. The new lots and proposed
zoning represent 8 single family units on 8 independent lots, which do not correspond to the
existing lot boundaries and will require a resubdivision of the properties.
Lot Number ExiOlno 7n----
Lot
54 Du lex
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Lot 55 Tri lex
Lots 1 & 2
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Lots 2
3
Lot 89 Tri lex
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Sin le Family
Lots 7 & 8
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Lot 90
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B6 ramify Lots 5, 6 & 7
Note: There are eight proposed lots that do not correspond to the four existing lot boundaries. Portions of Lots are
shared between existing subdivision boundaries, and the PUD will require a resubdivision to establish the new lot
lines proposed.
The proposed PUD amendment will not change the access conditions of the existing densities.
Currently, lots 89 and 90 are only accessible from Wildridge Road East (and also share a
reciprocal access easement along the. right of way frontage of both lots). Lots
54 and 55 are
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August 17. 2004 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting likewise only accessible for access from Longsun Lane as currently entitled Lot 55 is only
accessible via a platted access easement from Lot 54).
Though the application seeks amendment to the Wildridge PUD for zoning of these lots, it is
easiest to categorize the submittal in three distinct review 'areas' for consideration:
• The reconfiguration of existing and platted "Non-Developable Area" with the
reconfiguration of the lots and zoning entitlements.
■ The "down zoning" of existing duplex and triplex lots to single family dwelling units on
separate lots.
■ Design and technical considerations of the new lot configuration. Particular
consideration should be given to the buidability of the lots being proposed.
The applicant has submitted a thorough narrative alongside the actual development plan
proposal, both attached to this report that should be reviewed in concert with the application.
The narrative includes an introduction and a review of the PUD approval criteria as outlined in
Section 17.20.110 (K) of the Avon Municipal Code. The accompanying reduced plans include a
cover sheet, topographic survey, preliminary plat, site plan, utility plan, and open space (non-
developable area) map.
Background & Discussion S
Benchmark Properties created Wildridge Subdivision in 1979 shortly after the incorporation of
the Town of Avon on February 28, 1978. According to the Wildridge Final Plat application for
Wildridge and Wildwood Subdivisions, the overall development concept was for "abundant open -
space recreation areas around lots" with a density of "barely one dwelling unit per acre". The
land was identified with no particular hazards for development except in areas with slopes of
40%. The development plan recognized that lot sizes are a function of land slope, buildable area
and road access; smaller lots are concentrated on lesser slopes with easy access and larger lots
are on steeper slopes where buildable area and access are more restricted.
In 1981, the Wildridge Subdivision was completely replatted with a total of 849 planned
development units and is the foundation of the current zoning in Wildridge. Over the years,
there have been several PUD Amendments and transferring of development rights.
To assist in organizing the application review discussion, this report is being 'categorized' into
the three major review categories:
1. Non-Developable Areas and the Wildridge PUD
Staff have recently reviewed the Wildridge PUD plat and found a total of 33 lots (out of the
entire subdivision) that contain a "non-developable area" within existing lot boundaries.
According to the plat note:
"No development shall occur on the non-developable area without written specific
approval of the covenants committee and the Town of Avon. Development shall include
buildings, fences, signs, roads, and grading. Non-developable areas shall be physically e
undisturbed and left in their present natural state except for approved access and utility
easements".
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Of the 33 lots that include a non-developable area designation, approximately 22 have been
constructed and 11 remain vacant (including the 4 that are the subject of this application). Of the
22 lots constructed, fifty percent appear to have been constructed below the 'allowable zonin '
(i.e. single family built on duplex zoned lots). g
The original application proposed no net loss of non-developable area, however, a
reconfiguration of the areas to permit the proposal as laid out which appeared to correspond
more to the needs of the proposed development than the overall context and original intent.
In evaluating the merits of this application, both Council and staff realized that it was important
to recognize the potential change that may occur to all existing non-developable areas currently
platted in Wildridge.
As a result of that discussion, Council adopted a set of policy criteria through Resolution 04-25
(attached) that set forth basic considerations for a developer, neighbors and Town staff in
reviewing applications that proposed to amend existing non-developable areas.
The applicant's revised submittal appears to conform to the guidelines set forth in Resolution 04-
25, particularly when reviewing the revised configuration of the proposed area. Thou
and 5 present the largest 'change' to the existing area, it appears that the revised 'corrid r btelow
Lots 6, 7 and 8 compensate this loss.
Staff recommends that the interior lots (Lots I through 5) have a decreased front setback from
the private access road (10' rather than 25' as proposed), and the Wildridge Road lots decrease
the front setback from 25' to 15'. In combination with a platted building envelope, the applicant
can further minimize the required disturbances to lots as proposed, create a larger buffer to non-
developable areas as proposed, and contain grading on the uphill lots.
Z "Down-Zoning" of the existing. Wildridge PUD & Character of adjacent neighborhood
zoning
Recently, there have been several PUD Amendments in Wildridge wherein development rights
have been legally terminated and the configuration of these- lots altered and replatted - the most
recent of those include Lot 47/48, Block 1, (Ordinance 02-13); Lot 1.0/11, Block 2, WR
(Ordinance 02-12); and Lot 42/43, Block 4, WR (Ordinance 02-11): None of these proposals
included significant alterations to traffic patterns or to existing platted "non-developable eas".
In comparison, this application proposes to separate duplex and multifamily dwelling units zone
for eleven dwelling units in total. The new configuration will also reduce density by three d
dwelling units in total, however, create a visual massing of eight separate structures instead of
the four contemplated and approved by the existing PUD.
Though it could be argued that the duplex and multifamily structures would be of a size and
mass much larger than the proposed single-family homes, the increased disturbances required for
each lot and the doubling of buildable 'structures' should be a significant consideration in review
of this application.
The applicant has proposed to limit home size to 4,000 square feet, and staff is fu
recommending that all disturbances be contained within identified building envelopes.
• allow maximum flexibility to the lots proposed along Wildridge Road East, reduced se Also, to
should be considered to facilitate easier access to driveway and garage loading and minimize
grading down the slope, maze
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3. Design of new PUD and technical considerations .
When reviewing the original application concept (wherein all proposed lots were accessed from
Longsun Lane and the non-developable area was a by-product of the development sites), no
policy precluded more developers from requesting the same privilege being sought with this
application existed.
The movement of platted and existing lot, restrictions that are relied upon by residents and
considered to "add value" to their decision in purchasing residential property and live within the
Town is a serious undertaking. It is far more than an exercise in engineering and trading of "like
for like". In this case, the trade includes an already platted utility easement to make up the
difference.
Consequently, the owners of all lots in Wildridge that feature a "non-developable area" (as
outlined herein) may elect to move these boundaries to more effectively construct a new home, a
remodel of an existing home, or the addition of un-built density. Though the number of lots
purchased with this restriction does not represent a large majority, it would appear that moving
those areas without specific rationale and tangible community benefit may open a "Pandora's
Box" of PUD amendment applications.
As a result of extensive discussion that occurred during the original application review, Town
Council adopted certain policy considerations related to the movement of non-development areas
in Resolution 04-25. The policy guidance provided in this resolution protects both existing
residents and future developers from the haphazard movement of these -platted areas, and stresses
the need for applications to meet the best interests of area through a significant reduction in
development rights.
This revised application appears to be in conformance with the policy guidance set forth by
Resolution 04-25, balancing developer interest with community interest and consideration.
PUD Design Criteria
According to the Town of Avon Zoning Code, Section 17.20.110, the following shall be used as
the principal criteria in evaluating a PUD. It shall be the burden of the applicant to demonstrate
that submittal material and the proposed development plan comply with each of the following
design criteria, or demonstrate that one or more of them is not applicable, or that a particular
development solution is consistent with the public interest.
1. Conformance with the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan's Goals and Objectives.
The fundamental reason for having a Comprehensive Plan is to generally communicate
where and how land uses may and will occur in the Town. The land use plan is based upon
these goals and polices. Implementation is through annexation, subdivision and zoning
regulations.
This proposed PUD Amendment appears to comply it the following goals and polices of
the Town Comprehensive Plan based upon the following:
Policy AM Development and redevelopment will be of a scale and intensity
appropriate for the neighborhood to which it is
The current Wildridge subdivision did not contemplate development of
additional single-family dwelling units on any of the lots in this proposal.
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In fact, the original Wildridge subdivision appears to have specifically
created larger lots on steeper slopes, because the buildable area and
access was identified as being more restrictive. This also included the
placement of 'non-developable area' restrictions in Blocks 3 and 4.
The proposed down zoning is appropriate to the scale of the
neighborhood, not affecting anticipated traf j4c patterns and providing a
rational basis for the movement of platted non-developable areas.
Policy A1.3 Flexible zoning such as PUD should be encouraged where it results in
more effective use of land. However, such flexible zoning will only be.
allowed where it provides a benefit to the community and is
compatible with surrounding development. Variations from standard
zoning must be clearly demonstrated, and will'be permitted only as
needed to achieve effective development.
The applicant is proposing to improve the character of the neighborhood.
in this application. In addition, they are proposing to a uniform treatment
of the homes architecturally (though not adopting specific design
guidelines). Additionally, the proposal calls for limited building areas
with a 4, 000 square foot maximum building area and a 40% maximum site
coverage.
The development standards being proposed should be more flexible;
creating defined building envelopes to minimize any site disturbance
required through construction.
Policy A1.6 Land for open space should be preserved throughout the community,
particularly on steep slopes and other environmentally sensitive areas.
As aforementioned, the purpose of creating the Wildridge PUD was to
create a residential subdivision that focused on the preservation of open
space, limited density and avoidance of development on steep slopes and
in respect to natural drainage patterns.
As evidenced by the survey, a large portion of the collective property
under review exceeds 30% slope. The most significant issue is the
'swapping' of platted non-developable. area for a slightly increase amount
of non-developable. Open space areas in Wildridge should be reasonably
relied upon by existing areas as remaining intact and as originally platted,
and also conform to the policy provided by Town Council resolution 04-
25. This application appears to conform to the intent and goals of those
policies.
Policiv, A3 7 Steep slopes in and around the community should be designated and
• preserved as open space wherever possible
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Again, a good portion of this project is proposed on 30% slopes and
demonstrates that in order to improve the access and create the new lots
development and subdivision standards must be modified to accomplish.
Goal C1 Provide for diverse, quality housing to serve all economic segments
and age groups of the population.
The application contends that it will provide for a single-family residential
development that will maintain and enhance the character of the
surrounding neighborhood. Also, it notes that "the present and project
supply of multiple family structures... has been satisfied".
The Town of Avon affordable housing program utilizes the median family
income limit for a four-person household in determining eligibilityfor
deed restricted rental or sale housing. In 2004, HUD adjusted this
number to $76,700-per year.
The average home size in the application is anticipated between 2,800 and
3,200 square feet. Though the application correctly notes that needs for
lower-income and seasonal workers may currently be satisfied, it does not
guarantee the nature of the single-family housing proposed and more
specifically in the Wildridge subdivision. It fails to offer or provide any
assurances or guarantee that the single family homes provided will meet
the stated goal of providing for middle income and year-round
residents
The development standards on the PUD plan and in the narrative should
clearly limit the home size if that is what the applicant intends.
Goal F1 Make Avon's unique natural setting and its open space central
elements to its identity and structure.
Open space areas in Wildridge should be reasonably relied upon by
existing areas as remaining intact and as originally platted. The proposal
appears to conform to the policy guidance provided by Town Council
Resolution 04-25.
policy W Development shall not be allowed on steep hillside areas vulnerable to
environmental and visual degradation.
The non-developable areas in Wildridge provide platted 'breaks' in
development for visual relief and steep slope protection. In Blocks 3 and
4, it is apparent that they also serve as a development buffer to Tract H,
which is designated as "Open Space, Drainage, and Access'.'.
The creation of defined building envelopes, pulling the disturbed areas
closer to both Wildridge Road and to the private drive, would further
support the preservation of hillside areas and create an increased buffer
to the non-developable areas proposed.
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2. Conformity and compliance with the overall design theme of the town, the sub-area
design recommendations and design guidelines of the Town.
The application may meet the design guidelines of the Town, however, the suggested
treatment of the single-family units is not proposed as a `design guideline' specific to the
project. These guidelines may be contained in the PUD plan and augment the Town design
review guidelines, assuring the developer that a cohesive and aesthetically appealing project
be constructed.
I Design compatibility with the immediate environment, neighborhood, and adjacent
properties relative to architectural design, scale, bulk, building height, buffer zones,
character, and orientation.
The proposal appears compatible with the immediate environment, neighborhood, and
adjacent properties including the proposed conditions of approval.
4. Uses, activity, and density provide a compatible, efficient, and workable relationship
with surrounding uses and activity.
The proposed appear to provide a compatible and efficient relationship with the
surrounding uses and existing residences, particularly on Longsun Lane.
5. Identification and mitigation or avoidance. of natural and/or geologic hazards that
affect the property upon which the PUD is proposed.
. The application does not appear to negatively affect a known geologic hazard (no
documentation has been provided)
6. Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions designed to produce a
functional development responsive and sensitive to natural features, vegetation and
overall aesthetic quality of the community.
The site plan and location of buildings and open space are responsive to natural features
or the existing PUD. This proposal may impact the overall aesthetic quality of the
community, since the number of structures will double if the rezoning is approved.
7. A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians addressing on and off
site traffic circulation that is compatible with the Town Transportation Plan.
The proposed subdivision will not affect the anticipated circulation system, creating no
change to the access and density conditions as currently exist.
8. Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to optimize and preserve
natural features, recreation, views and function.
The landscaping will be reviewed through the design process should the PUD be
approved, but it appears as though it can be designed to preserve the views and function of
the Western Sage subdivision as proposed.
9. Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable, functional, and efficient
relationship throughout the development of the PUD. The phasing plan shall clearly
demonstrate that each phase can be workable, functional and efficient without relying
upon completion of future project phases.
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Lots 54, 55, 89 & 90, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision. PUD Amendment
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The phasing plan submitted appears to be a logical approach to the PUD goals; however,
the build out of each lot is not specified to occur in any particular order. A preliminary
subdivision has been submitted in conjunction with the application for review by Town
Council.
10. Adequacy of public services such as sewer, water, schools, transportation systems,
roads, parks, and police and fire protection.
Adequate facilities are available to service the proposal, and the new `extension' of
Longsun Lane is being applied for as a private road. No extension to municipal services is
being requested by the applicant. An outline of proposed covenants related to the private
access is anticipated for review in concert with the platting of this subdivision.
11-That the existing streets and roads are suitable and adequate to carry anticipated
traffic within the proposed PUD and in the vicinity of the proposed PUD.
The proposal appears to comply with capacities originally contemplated in the first
Wildridge PUD approval.
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12. Development Standards
Development standards have been submitted for the PUD amendment as proposed. A few
technical issues, such as the clarification of buildable area and/or maximum buildable square
footage and a clarification of building setbacks by lot (or the creation of building envelopes
and reduction. of setbacks as proposed by staff) are required.
theseShould s~andards from ~eamendment be
approved, staff would request additional notes be broug11t into
existing Wildridge PUD Development Plan (Final Subdivision Plat), including the typical
drainage and utility easements as well as the restriction related to non-developable areas.
Staff Recommendation
The original PUD Amendment application submitted presented significant stumbling blocks for
the staff to recommend approval, all of which were discussed at the June 1", 2004 Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting. The issue of utmost importance during that application review
was the precedent related to revising' access and potentially increasing traffic on a pre-existing
cul-de-sac, and the moving of platted non-developable areas in Wildridge.
The applicant subsequently withdrew that application and submitted this revised plan. The
proposal does not change contemplated traffic patterns, retaining split access from Wildridge
Road and Longsun Lane as currently platted. Likewise, the revised non-developable areas
appear to comply with the policy guidelines set forth in Resolution 04-25: meeting the interests
of the community through a reduction of density while creating an aesthetic and functional area.
To further the goals of the application, staff is recommending a reduction of setbacks in the PUD
in combination with the creation of building envelopes. Both recommendations may assist
individual lot owners in lessening the amount of grading required, particularly on lots accessing
from Wildridge Road.
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Town of Avon Community Development (970) 748-4030
Lots 54, 55. 89 & 90, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision, PUD Amendment
August 17. 2004 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting Page 9 of 9
Recommended Motion
I move to approve Resolution 04-22, recommending to the Town Council to approve the
Western Sage PUD for Lots 54, 55, 89 & 90, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision, Town of Avon,
Eagle County, Colorado, as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004
with the following conditions: "
The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the following:
a. Maximum Square footage of homes shall be clarified as 4,000 square feet.
b. Building Envelopes, featuring a maximum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10 feet,
and a maximum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building envelopes will be
specifically defined to contain all require site disturbances.
c. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be copied to
the PUD plan.
3. Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the corresponding
subdivision Preliminary Plan.
If you have any questions regarding this project or any planning matter, please call me at 748-
4030, or stop by the Community Development Department.
Respectfully submitted,
Tambi Katieb, AICP
Report Attachments:
A. PUD Application dated July 19, 2004 (Revised)
B. Memo from Town Engineer to File dated August 6, 2004
C. Resolution 04-25, a resolution relating to proposed amendments to existing non-
developable areas in the Wildridge PUD
D. August 9, 2004 review correspondence to Jay Peterson
E. Original application submittal site plan, dated May 26, 2004
F. Resolution 04-22, recommending approval of the Western Sage PUD
G. PUD Development Plans for "Western Sage PUD" dated July 19,,2004
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MEMORANDUM
To: Tambi Katieb, Community Development Director
From: Jay Peterson
Date: July 6, 2004
Re: Revised Wildridge PUD Amendment-and Preliminary Subdivision Plat
Application Submittal
Enclosed please find a completely revised submittal for my applications
Wildridge PUD and for a preliminary subdivision plat review tore-subdi de Los 54, 5,
89, & 90, Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision.
Included in the submittal are the required application forms, four copies of the submittal
materials per the PUD and Subdivision application checklists (ie, full sets of plans,
reduced plans, written response. to amendment criteria, etc.), adjacent property stamped and addressed envelopes, and a lette describing each of he pr~ owners
written response to the non r
-developable area criteria will be provided upon the adott
of Resolution 04 i n
-25 by the Avon Town Council. p
Please review my submittal materials and contact me with any questions or concerns that
you may have. You can reach me most easily by telephone at my office at (970) 476-
0092, or by cell phone at 390-7067. I am hopeful that upon review of my submittal
materials you will schedule my applications for review with the Planning & Zoning
Commission on Tuesday, August 3rd
Thank you again for all your help and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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Jay Peterson
July 6, 2004
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I, INTRODUCTION
The applicant, Jay K. Peterson, is proposing an amendment to the Wildridge
Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the four residential properties located at
5190 & 5196 Longsun Lane and 5767 & 5775 Wildridge Road .East, which
according to the Town of Avon, are legally described as Lots 54, 55, 89, & 90,
Block 4, Wildridge Subdivision. According to the Wildridge PUD, the four
residential properties are currently zoned for three triplexes and one duplex for a
total of eleven (11) dwelling units. On numerous occasions applicant has met with
a number of the surrounding neighbors and residents of Wildridge to gain their
input on the amendment. Additionally, the applicant has appeared once before the
Avon Town Council and twice before the Town of Avon Planning & Zoning
Commission to publicly present the amendment. In response to each of these
meetings and input from the neighbors, the development applications have been
amended three times to respond to the desires of the neighbors and residents of
Wildridge as well as those of the Town Council and Planning & Zoning
Commission.
The proposed amendment will have a significant positive impact on the
i neighborhood surrounding the development site by;
• down-zoning the properties and permanently reducing the residential
density in the neighborhood,
• improving existing views from adjacent properties,
• reducing vehicular traffic on Wildridge Road East and Longsun Lane,
• increasing the amount of open space and non-developable areas in the
neighborhood, and;
• maintaining and enhancing the existing residential quality, character,
design, and scale of the neighborhood.
Of greatest importance, however, as a result of listening and responding to the
concerns of the neighbors, Commission, and Council, an approval of the PUD
amendment achieves. the goals and policy objectives, as outlined in the Town of
Avon Comprehensive Plan.
The specific amendment includes re-subdividing Lots 54, 55, 89, . & 90 and
creating eight (8) new single-family residential lots. The new residential lots will
vary in size from over two-thirds of an acre to nearly one (1) acre in size. Future,
development of single-family residences will be restricted to a maximum of 4,000
square feet of building area with a minimum landscape area requirement of 35%
• of the lot area and maximum site coverage allowances of 40%. These
development standards are more stringent than existing allowances, and as such,
ensure the least amount of impact to the existing natural landforms and vegetation
of the site.
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The new single-family residences will be developed in the traditional-style of
mountain architecture. The new homes will be complimented with a mixture of
stone, stucco, wood siding, and heavy timbers, natural or earth tone colors,
sloping roofs with gable ends, dormers, and deep eaves and overhangs, exposed
beams, and subtle outdoor lighting. Two and four car garages will be carefully
located on each of the lots to minimize the unintended consequences of providing
vehicular access to the home sites.
The key elements of the amendment include:
• Compliance with the goals and policies as defined in the Town of Avon
Comprehensive Plan
• A permanent reduction in the residential density of Wildridge as a result
of the down-zoning
• Preservation of the existing residential scale and design of the
neighborhood
• Protection of existing views from adjacent properties as a result of
eliminating multiple family structures along Wildridge Road East
• Preservation of the existing low density residential character of the
neighborhood through the elimination of multiple-family structures.
• Enhancement of the open space areas of Wildridge through the
reconfiguration of the platted non-developable area, voluntary increase in
landscape area requirements and reduction in building site coverage
allowances.
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III. PUD AMENDMENT REVIEW CRITERIA
The applicant is requesting a final review of an amendment to the Wildridge PUD,
pursuant to Section 17.20.11 OK, Amendment Procedures, Avon Municipal Code, to
permanently reduce the residential density of the PUD by allowing eight new single-
family dwelling units on the development site in place of eleven dwelling.units (three
triplexes and one duplex) which are currently permitted on the site.
According to Section 17.20.11 OH, Design Criteria, Avon Municipal Code, the following
criteria shall be used as the principal. criteria in evaluating a PUD amendment:
1. Conformity with the Avon Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives
Applicant's Response: The PUD amendment is consistent with the Town's
Comprehensive Plan. According to the Town's Comprehensive Plan, the development
site is designated as "Residential" on the Overall Land Use Plan. Pursuant to the Town's
Comprehensive Plan,
"the Residential land use is an area intended for permanent and seasonal
residential land uses, including single-family houses, duplexes, multi family
dwellings, apartments, condominiums, and mobile homes. The density of
development and unit type vary within the Town in response to market conditions,
site constraints (such as topography and accessibility), compatibility with existing
and proposed development and zoning regulations.
Residential areas should be located in convenient proximity to areas of
employment, recreation, and open space. Neighborhoods should be within
walking distance to daily shopping needs and employment centers, and near a
public transit stop to offer a convenient alternative to automobile trips.
Vehicular, bicycle, and public transit routes should be easily accessible, yet
residential areas should be separated or protected from heavy traffic. "
The PUD amendment. to allow for the development of eight (8) single-family residential
dwelling units on eight (8) individually platted lots is consistent with the prescribed land
use designation of the Overall Land Use Plan. The allowable maximum density of one
(1) dwelling unit per lot and the single-family residential unit types are consistent with
the goals and objectives of the Town's Comprehensive Plan and are compatible with the
existing single-family and duplex residential development surrounding the development
site.
Furthermore, the various elements of the PUD amendment are consistent with the
adopted goals and policies of the Town's Comprehensive Plan. According to the Town's
40 Comprehensive Plan, in part,
"The goals and policies of the Plan will be used by the Town to:
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• Establish the standards and regulations necessary to define the limits and
conditions of private sector development; and
Provide a clear focus for coordinating public, private, institutional and
individual efforts in the development of the community. "
Upon review of the adopted goals and policies of the Plan, the PUD amendment achieves and
addresses the following goals and policies of the Town of Avon:
A. LAND USE A fundamental reason for having a comprehensive plan is to clearly
communicate generally where and how land uses may occur in the Town.
The Land Use Plan is based on these goals and policies. Implementation
is through annexation, subdivision and zoning regulations.
Goal A.l Ensure a balanced system of land uses that maintains and enhances
Avon's identity as a residential community, and as a regional commercial,
tourism and entertainment center.
Policy Al. I Development and redevelopment will be of a scale and intensity
appropriate for the neighborhood in which it is. located.
Applicant's Response:
Development within the PUD amendment will be single-family residential
dwellings. The.maximum allowable square footage of each unit shall be
4,000 square feet. Single-family residential dwellings are more -
compatible with the scale and intensity of the neighboring uses than are
triplex dwelling units as currently permitted. This assertion has been
substantiated by the Planning & Zoning Commission and the surrounding
neighbors at previous public hearing on the amendment application.
Further, in response to concerns expressed by various neighbors on
Longsu.n Lane, Town staff, and the Commission, the regard to an increase
in traffic on Longsun Lane, the applicant has revised the application and
placed the vehicular access to Lots 6 - 8 off of Wildridge Road East. This
revision, in conjunction with the elimination of multiple-family
development at the end of Longsun Lane, in the opinion of the applicant
and several of the Commission members and neighbors, will actually
reduce the amount of vehicular traffic on Longsun Lane than is currently
anticipated today under present zoning. This belief was largely based
upon the amount of additional traffic generated by multiple-family
development, as witnessed by an earlier application (Fred Hiller, Lot 11,
Block 1, Wildridge Subdivision/3078 Wildridge Road) considered by the
Commission on the evening of June 15a.
Lastly, the Town staff expressed a concern that "...those neighbors that
purchased homes in the proximity of the non-developable area... may have
relied upon these areas as view corridors or development buffers
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established by ii,ay of these platted areas. " That said, a review of the
application demonstrates that the amendment actually increases the
amount of non-developable areas adjoining adjacent properties (Lots 53,
56, and 88) and support for the amendment application from some of those
neighbors (Carol Tyler, Brian Nolan, Buz Reynolds, Karen McDevitt)
with the most direct views of the existing non-developable area have been
stated.
Policy A1.3 Flexible zoning such as Planned Unit Developments (PUD) should be
encouraged where it results in more effective use of land. However, such
flexible zoning will only be allowed where it provides a benefit to the
community and is compatible with surrounding development. Variations
from standard zoning must be clearly demonstrated, and will be permitted
only as needed to achieve effective development.
Applicant's Response:
A minimal front setback variation allowing one-story tall garages to
encroach within the front setback is requested. No other variations to the
Town's standards zoning requirements which are less restrictive than
currently required are requested. The applicant, however, is proposing
variations which are more restrictive than currently required. For instance,
the applicant is providing an increase to the minimum lot size and the
minimum landscape area requirements and a decrease to the maximum
allowable site coverage allowance. The increased minimum lot size
ensures that the character of the built environment of the area remains
unaffected by the residential development and the forty percent (40
increase to the minimum landscape area requirement and corresponding
twenty percent (20%) decrease to the maximum allowable site coverage
allowance assures that an ample amount of natural landscaping and open
space remains in and around the development site. These variations to the
standard zoning requirements result in the most effective use of land,
benefits to the community and are compatible with surrounding
development which in turn achieves the most effective development for
the community.
The Town staff has stated that the request to deviate from the minimum
front setback "...has not been adequately demonstrated in the application
and only appears to be a by-product of the engineering plans and the
existing physical constraints. " Keeping good land planning and site
design in mind, the applicant :has made the request for a front setback
requirement (25') on Lots 1-5. As a result, site disturbance is lessened,
site design can be improved, and drainage, snow storage, site distances,
and adequate maneuvering are all provided.
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Policy A 1.5 The community will include a wide range of residential uses including
large-lot single family and duplex, small-lot single family and duplex,
multifamily, and vertically integrated residential.
Applicant's Response:
The requested single-family residential uses will add to the already wide
range of residential uses existing within the Wildridge PUD:
Policy A1.6 Land for open space should be preserved throughout the community,
particularly on steep slopes and other environmentally sensitive areas.
Applicant's Response.
As a result of this PUD amendment, more than 145,055 square feet (3.37
acres) of non-developable buffer zone area will be preserved within the
Wildridge PUD. The protected area is on steep slopes, adjacent to a Town
of Avon open space tract, or adjacent to existing development. As a result
of the amendment a portion of a platted non-developable area will need to
be reconfigured. At the June 15, 2004, public hearing of the Planning &
Zoning Commission, spent a significant amount of time discussing the
affects of the amendment on the existing platted non-developable area.
The applicant, neighboring property owners, and Commission discussed
the advantages and disadvantages of reconfiguring the platted area.
.Advantages identified included greater protection of visually sensitive,
steeply sloping hillsides, increased "open space" areas adjacent to existing
Town-owned open space, and increased buffer areas between the
applicant's development sites and existing adjoining properties. Potential
disadvantages identified included property owner expectations .and the
creation of precedence. Upon directing the applicant to proceed in a
direction towards amending the PUD to eliminate the possibility of
multiple family structures being developed in the area, the Commission
and neighbors acknowledged that reconfiguring the non-developable area
was likely to occur. However, the Commission and various neighbors
urged the applicant to ensure that an equal amount of non-developable
area remained as a result of the PUD amendment.
Goal 'A.3 Maintain a compact urban form that respects and preserves the natural
beauty of the valley, river and surrounding mountains, and maintains
distinct physical and visual separations between Avon and surrounding
communities.
Policy A3.1 Development should first be directed in areas within and adjacent to
established neighborhoods and developed areas.
Applicant's Response:
'The PUD amendment is an in-fill form of development within an
established neighborhood and developed area.
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Policy A3.7 Steep slopes in and around the community should be designated and
preserved as open space whenever possible.
Applicant's Response:
As previously stated above, more than 145,055 square feet (3.37 acres) of
non-developable buffer zone area is protected within the PUD. The
protected area is on steep slopes, adjacent to a Town of Avon open space
tract, or adjacent to existing development. The applicant, like others,
agrees that "...the purpose of creating the Wildridge PUD was to create a
residential subdivision that focused on the preservation of open space,
limited density and avoidance of development on steep slopes and in
respect to natural drainage patterns. "
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B. Community
And Economic
According to the Town of Avon Development Standards, development of
single family residential structures is permitted on slopes of 30%. When
comparing the slope of the existing development site to that of the
amendment -application, it is clear that, with the one exception of the
steepened man-made slopes along Wildridge Road, the slope of the site is
very consistent and uniform with no clear excessively steep slopes or flat
benched areas. In fact, contrary to the expressed purpose of the Wildridge
PUD, the non-developable area identified on the plat does not reflect an .
area of steep slopes or natural drainage patterns nor does it have any affect,
upon the overall density (dwelling units per acre) of the Wildridge PUD.
Based upon the historical reference of several persons involved in the
original platting of the Wildridge Subdivision by Benchmark Properties in
1979, the purpose of the originally platted non-developable area on the
development site was to the prevent individual property owners of the four
lots affected by the restriction (Lots 54, 55, 89 & 90) from creating
winding access driveways up or down the hillside. Additionally, it was
likely never contemplated by the original subdividers of the Wildridge
Subdivision property that one person would own all four lots collectively,
thus allowing for a land development plan that effectively could improve
upon the design of the originally platted non-developable area (ie,
increased buffer zone adjacent to adjoining properties, increased non-
developable area immediately adjacent to Town-owned open space, etc.)
Or, maybe it was actually contemplated by the original subdividers of the
property which is why provisions were established that allowed for non-
developable areas to be amended by the Town of Avon or the Covenant
Control Committee. Pursuant to the notes of the Wildridge Subdivision
plat, in part, "No development shall occur on the non-developable area
without written specific approval of the covenants committee or the. Town
ofA von.
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As the community moves into the future, striking a balance between a
healthy, diverse economy and a livable residential community becomes
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Development both increasingly challenging and increasingly important. The following
goals and policies are intended to achieve that balance.
Goa] B.1 Enhance the Town's role as a principal, year-round residential community
and regional commercial center.
Policy B 1.1 Residential neighborhoods should be maintained to a high standard of
quality through effective maintenance of streets, utilities, parks and other
public facilities, and through consistent application of design standards.
Applicant's Response:
All future residential development on the development site shall be
reviewed and approved by the Town of Avon for compliance with the
Town's design standards and applicable code provisions.
C. Housing As the community grows, demand for housing of all types is increasing.
While there is an.. ample supply of housing for second homeowners and
upper income residents, there is a shortage of housing for middle income
and year-round residents and their families. The following goals and
policies.are intended to help meet the variety of housing needs.
Goal C.1 Provide for diverse, quality housing to serve all economic segments and
age groups of the population.
Policy C1.1 Maintain and enhance the character of the residential neighborhoods of the
Town.
Applicant's Response:
Future single-family residential development of the site shall be reviewed
and approved by the Town of Avon for compliance with the Town's
adopted design standards. Single-family residential residences are more
compatible with the existing character of the surrounding residential uses
than are multiple-family structures. The nearest triplex dwelling units or
multiple-family structures to the development site and surrounding
neighborhood are located near the intersection of Wildridge Road and Old
Trail Road: The Town has recently acknowledged that the present and
projected supply of multiple-family structures needed for seasonal and
lower income workers and their families has been satisfied. In fact,
according to a newspaper article published June 28, 2004, in the Vail
Daily, one of the biggest issues facing the Town of Avon as it
contemplates its future in light of updating the comprehensive master plan
is "the surplus of affordable housing" (source: Town of Avon). Single-
family residential development of the site will maintain and enhance the
character of the surrounding neighborhood.
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Policy C1.2 Infill residential development should be compatible in design, scale. and
uses with existing neighborhoods.
Applicant's Response:
The single-family residential development on the site will -be compatible
in design, scale and uses existing within the surrounding neighborhood.
The design of the homes will be two and three-story tall structures with
two or three-car garages. The architectural style of the homes is intended
to be reminiscent of traditional mountain design (ie., mixture of stone,
stucco, wood siding, and timbers, natural or earth tone colors, sloping
roofs with gable ends, dormers, and deep eaves and overhangs, exposed
beams, and subtle outdoor lighting).
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The maximum allowable size of the homes shall not exceed 4,000 square
feet: However, it is more likely the homes will be constructed to. be
approximately 2,800.- 3,200 square feet in size. The square footage will
be spread over two and three levels, depending upon the topography and
orientation of the particular lots. Maximum building height shall not
exceed thirty-five (35') feet with the height of the home conforming to the
existing topography.
Existing uses in the neighborhood are residential with a mix of single
family and duplex homes. The proposal to construct single-family
residences on the development site is compatible with the uses in the
neighborhood. In fact, single-family residences are more compatible with
the existing uses than are multiple-family structures such as triplexes.
Overall, the PUD amendment results in compatibility with the existing
design, scale and uses of the surrounding neighborhood.
F. Environment Avon is a very desirable place to live and work largely because of its
exceptional natural environment. In a very real sense, the economic and
social health of Avon depends upon the protection and enhancement of
these resources.
Goal F.1 Make Avon's unique natural setting and its open space system central
elements to its identity and structure.
Policy F1.1 Future development and redevelopment shall minimize degradation of the
environment, particularly in sensitive natural areas.
Applicant's Response:
The layout of the eight (8) single-family residential lots is particularly
responsive to the environment. As designed, degradation to the site and
environment will be minimized. For example, the lots have been designed
to create the most desirable site planning and building placement
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outcomes. The building envelopes ensure that all future residential
development is oriented parallel to the existing natural contours versus
being oriented perpendicular to the natural contours. A paralleled
orientation results in a building design that relates to the natural
topography of the development site instead of a building design that
'fights against the contours of the site resulting in excessive cuts and
substantial retaining of the slopes.
In evaluating the merits of the amendment, the Town staff states that,
"The proposal appears to assign a value judgment to the platted non-
developable areas by way of reallocating the same amount in a derent
configuration on the lot. Staff does not support the movement of such
areas, regardless of the ability to compensate a similar area on the same
property. " While the staff's position appears understandable, the staff's
position fails to take several important aspects into consideration. For
example, the result of reconfiguring the non-developable area actually
increases the direct benefit of the area to Lots 53, 56, & 88 by providing a
buffer around these lots that far exceeds standard setback requirements.
Additionally, the reconfiguration of the non-developable area makes a
significant reduction in allowable density on the combined area of the
development site and ensures the preservation of the character of the
neighborhood remains intact through the elimination of the construction of
multiple family structures. Further, as the staff points out, it is
apparent that they (non-developable areas) also serve as a development
buffer to Tract H, which is designated as Open Space, Drainage, and
Access. the reconfigured non-developable area actually increases the
development buffer adjacent to Tract H. For these reasons, the applicant
believes that the proposal to reconfigure the non-developable area is
justified. In fact, contrary to the statement of staff that "...to remove or
otherwise alter the existing open space (non-developable area) does not
appear to meet the original intent of environmental and visual buffers.
the application clearly demonstrates that the reconfigured non-developable
actually enhances and improves the environmental and visual buffers of
the development site and surrounding areas.
Policy F1.2 Development should not be allowed on steep hillside areas vulnerable to
environmental and visual degradation.
Applicanf's Response:
The layout of the eight (8) single-family residential lots was designed to
avoid steep hillsides and.minimize visual degradation. One of the design
intents of the future development is to minimize excessive cuts and fill
conditions and to prevent unsightly grading of the property which results
in unnatural scarring of the land forms. The homes sites have been located
away from areas of steep slopes. The applicant had originally and
intentionally placed the areas of steep slopes into a non-developable area
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surrounding the site. Furthermore, as a result of gaining vehicular access
to the development site via Longsun Lane, the steepest portions of existing
Lots 89 & 90 would forever have been protected from environmental and
visual degradation as a result of development. Contrary to what is clearly
good land planning and site design, the applicant has amended the
application to respond to traffic concerns of the several property owners
on Longsun Lane.
Policy F1.4 Development and redevelopment will accommodate wildlife habitat,
including deer and elk migration routes, or otherwise mitigate loss of
habitat.
Applicant's Response:
Future development on the site will accommodate wildlife habitat,
particularly deer and elk migration routes. Through the creation of a non-
developable buffer zone on the site, the existing north/south wildlife
corridor on through Tract H will be maintained and enhanced. The area of
non-developable buffer zone immediately adjacent to Tract H is. over two
- (2) acres in size. This additional two (2) acres, while not being dedicated
to the Town, will serve as future open space.
• G. Parks, Parks, trails and open space enhance the community's quality of life.
Recreation and Open space preserves wildlife habitat and view corridors; trails offer .
Open Space walking, jogging and bicycling opportunities; neighborhood and
community parks serve as places to-gather and recreate.
Goal G.1 Provide an exceptional system of parks, trails, and recreational programs
to serve the year-round leisure time needs of area residents and visitors.
Policy G1.2 The Town will continue to evaluate and acquire parcels or easements for
open space, trails and recreation.
Applicant's Response:
In the initial application, the applicant had offered to grant a perpetual
easement for pedestrian access across the development site. The easement
for pedestrian access would have been platted along the southerly edge of
Lot 1 to provide a pedestrian connection between Longsun Lane and the
Town-owned Tract H to the west of the development site. Within the
easement, and at the sole discretion of the Town, the applicant was
offering to construct an unimproved pedestrian path from Longsun Lane to
Tract H. The pedestrian path would have ensured future access to a parcel
of town-owned open space thereby increasing future opportunities for
• recreation in the Town of Avon. However, in response to input sought on
the easement from adjacent property owners and residents of Wildrdige,
the applicant has removed the pedestrian access easement.
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H. Community Community image is a combination of natural setting, architectural
Image and density, design of streets and walkways, si public mm design,
Design facilities, and the care and maintenance of neighborhoods and businesses. unity
An attractive community image not only fosters a sense of identity and
pride in its residents and businesses, it is critical to its long-term success as
a tourism destination.
Goal H.1 Establish and maintain a high quality visual image of the Town.
Policy H1.1 The Town's streets and walkways shall be designed and maintained as
safe, attractive public spaces.
Applicant's Response:
The applicant will construct a private road through the development site
off of Longsun Lane. The private road shall be constructed to the
standards prescribed by the Town of Avon. The private roadway shall be
of a sufficient width to safely accommodate vehicular traffic as
contemplated in the Town's development objectives for private streets in
Wildridge.
I. Communication While. most citizens are finding less time to attend town meetings, review
development proposals, and generally communicate with the Town
government, the need for citizens to be informed participants in the
community has never been greater. Avon's small size, high land values,
well-educated population and seasonal economy means that development
and other local governmental decisions are often complex, and generally
have greater impacts on the community than they would have in a larger
metropolitan area. For these and other reasons, effective communication
systems are fundamental to sustaining Avon's high quality of life and
economic health.
Goal I.1 Establish and maintain clear communication between the Town and its
citizens, business community, visitors, and other public entities.
Policy I1.1 The Town Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will actively seek
broad public involvement on key issues and decisions.
Applicant's Response:
In addition to fully complying with the Town's requirement for public
notice pursuant to Section 17.12.100, Hearin s - Settin Date Avon
Municipal Code, the applicant, has sought input and comment on the PUD.
amendment from the surrounding neighbors and residents of Wildridge.
The applicant on numerous occasions met directly with the neighbors and
residents to present the plans to them outside of a public hearing and at
their convenience. Written comments on the amendment that the
applicant received from the neighbors and residents has been included in
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Section VI of this submittal packet. As a result of listening to the input
from surrounding neighbors and residents, the applicant has twice made
revisions to the application for the . PUD Amendment. For example, the
overall residential dwelling unit density has been reduced from ten (10)
units to eight (8) units. The average lot size and amount of non-
developable areas have been increased resulting in a greater amount of
"open space area" around the homes. A private road has been
incorporated into the plan to prevent any potential increase in cost of road
maintenance services to the Town and its taxpayers and the potential
negative impacts of a pedestrian easement on adjacent property owners
has been eliminated through the removal of the proposed easement.
Policy I1.3 Public meetings, access to documents and development proposals, and
other interactions with the Town will be open and as accessible as
possible.
Applicant's Response:
As previously mentioned above, the applicant met on numerous occasions
with the neighbors surrounding the development site and residents of
Wildridge to gain their input and comment on the amendment. In those
• instances when meetings could not occur, every attempt was made to
facilitate an exchange of information to ensure that the development
proposal remained accessible to all those seeking knowledge.
In addition to being in compliance with the goals and policies above, the PUD
amendment request is consistent with the recommendations for Sub-area 18, Wildridge,
as outlined in the Town's Comprehensive Plan. According to the recommendations for
Sub-area 18, integrated design themes for development that achieve a more unified
overall appearance and the continuation of developing roadways as rural-type roads
without curb and gutter, roadway lighting, or sidewalks will be achieved as a result of the
PUD amendment. .
2. Conformity and compliance with the overall design theme of the Town, sub-
area design recommendations and design guidelines adopted by the Town.
Applicant's Response: The future development of eight (8) single-family residential
dwelling units on the development site will be reviewed and approved by the Town of
Avon Planning & Zoning Commission for compliance with the overall design theme of
the Town, sub-area design recommendations and design guidelines adopted by the Town.
One of the design intents of the future development is to minimize excessive cuts and fill
conditions and to prevent unsightly grading of the property which results in unnatural
scarring of the land forms. This goal will be achieved by maintaining he required twenty-
five (25') foot front setback requirement on the downhill lots (Lots 1- 5). As proposed,
development on these lots will allow for a twenty-foot (25') front setback for "one story,
side-loaded" garages (non-habitable area). All other portions (habitable areas) of the
residential structures will be required to comply with the required twenty-five (25') foot
setback. Atwenty-five (25'
foot front setback requirement is proposed on the lots
located along Wildridge Road (Lots 6-8). The front setback requirement will reduce the
negative affects of providing vehicular access to the residential units by minimizing the
distance vehicles must travel on the lots to access the required parking areas.
A second design intent is to ensure the creation of building envelopes, that result i
structures designed to match the contours and topography of the existing site. 'As
proposed, the lot layout has been designed to maximizorientation of the structures to
the contours of the landfonm. This design intent and lot layout will minimize the amount
of grading and retaining on each of the lots and ensure compliance with the adopted
design guidelines. Specifically, each individual residence will respond to the topogra h
of the site to ensure that the residences become an integral p y
structures which are out of character with their surrounding land otms the site rather than
While the applicant is not proposing specific design guidelines for this development,
previously stated in this narrative, development on each of the individually platted lots '
will be required to be submitted to the Town for review and approval of the residential
plans for compliance with the Town's adopted design
future
development on the lots will be treated just like the rest f hguidelines. That said, e residential in
the Wildridge PL1D.
3. Design compatibility with the immediate environment, neighborhood, and
adjacent properties relative to architectural design, .scale, bulk, building
height, buffer zones, character and orientation. . T
Applicant's Response- According to the Staff' Report to the Planning & Zoning
Commission dated June 1, 2004, the staff states that "Though there may be merit in the
application of single-family homes in this block (Block 4) of Wildridge in place of
multifamily dwellings, the requisite changes to traffic patterns, bulk and massing, existing
buffer zones, and character of the area are not positively affected. "
The staff's comment acknowledges that there is merit to the application as it relates to
"this block (Block 4) and then suggests that the requisite (ie, required) changes to other
various aspects "are not positively affected. " The applicant believes otherwise. Future
development will be designed to be compatible with the immediate. environment,
neighborhood and adjacent properties relative to architectural. design, scale, bulk,
building height, buffer zones, character and orientation. All future development will be
reviewed and approved by the Town of Avon Planning & Zoning Commission. for
compliance with the adopted design guidelines. To that end, the exterior design of the
individual residences will be a mixture of indigenous materials such as stowood
siding and timbers. All residential development within the PUD will be limited to 4,000
square feet of building area to prevent the construction of residences out of scale and
character with the neighborhood. A request for a deviation from the maximum allowable
building height as permitted by the Residential Single-Family (RSF) zone district is not
requested, and therefore, residential structures 'shall not be permitted to exceed thirty-five
(35') feet in height, as defined by Title 17: Zoning Regulations.
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To ensure that adequate buffer zones are provided to create separation between existing
uses and the proposed future development, a twenty-five foot (25') wide non-developable
buffer zone is proposed along the southerly boundary of the PUD, adjacent to existing
Lot 53. Two additional non-developable buffer zones are proposed along the westerly
and northerly sides of the PUD. The one-hundred, ten-foot (110') wide buffer zone along
the westerly side of the PUD is in addition to the already existing open space buffer
created by the Town-owned Tract H. The northerly buffer zone is intended to prevent
development of Lots 1-5 from "creeping" up the slope and thus having detrimental
affects on the grading and topography of the development site. A total .of more than
145,055 square feet (3.37 acres) of non-developable buffer zone area is provided within
the PUD.
4. Uses, activity and design which provide a compatible, efficient and workable
relationship with surrounding uses and activity.
Applicant's Response: The uses and activities within the PUD. will provide a
compatible, efficient and 'workable relationship with surrounding uses and activities. The
development potential of the PUD shall be similar to that permitted by the Residential
Single-Family zone district. No deviations from the ."allowed uses" of the zone district
• are proposed. As such, pursuant to Section 17.20.050, Zoning Regulations; only. "one
family dwellings" and "accessory buildings and uses" shall be permitted with the PUD
without consideration of a special review use permit. -
According to the Official Town of Avon Zoning Map, the areas adjacent to the PUD are
zoned:
• East - Wildridge PUD/Residential
West - Wildridge PUD/Residential/Open Space
• North - Wildridge PUD/US Forest Service
South - Wildridge PUD/Residential
The single-family development of the PUD is compatible with surrounding uses and
activities and results in the permanent down-zoning of the property.
According to the Staff Report, the staff suggests that "The proposed uses (single family
homes) do not appear to provide a compatible and efficient relationship with surrounding
uses and existing residences (single family/duplex homes), particularly on Longsun
Lane. " It is further stated that, "Several of the lots proposed are highly constrained and
may create access and loading problems... " In response, if single family homes are not
compatible on the site to the surrounding residential uses it is unclear what. uses staff
believes are compatible. As previously mentioned, the adjoining uses are low density
residential uses. The applicant is proposing to further reduce the residential density in the
area by eliminating multiple family structures ~m area where no multiple family structures
exist today. Based upon discussion and input provided at two previous public hearings of
the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Commission members as well as the majority of
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the public in attendance indicated their desire to see single family homes built on the site
rather than allow multiple family structures to be built in the area.
5. Identification and mitigation or avoidance:of natural and/or geologic hazards
that affect the property upon which the PUD (amendment) is proposed.
Applicant's Response: No natural and/or geologic hazards affect the property upon
which the PUD (amendment) is proposed, therefore, no mitigation, or avoidance of the
hazards is required.
6. Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions designed to
produce a functional development responsive and sensitive to natural
features, vegetation and overall aesthetic quality of the community.
Applicant's Response: All future residential development on the site shall be required
to comply with the adopted Town ofA von Residential. Commercial and Industrial Design
Guidelines, and as may be amended from time to time.
The design of the future residential development will be oriented to take advantage of
solar gain and view corridors to the south and west of the development site.
The lot lay out of the PUD has been designed to ensure compliance with the prescribed
residential site development guidelines (ie, site design, site access, site grading,
easements, drainage). For example, the lots have been designed to create the most
desirable site.planning and building placement outcomes. The building envelopes ensure
that. all future residential development is oriented parallel to the existing natural contours
versus being oriented perpendicular to the natural contours. A paralleled orientation
results in a building that relates to the natural topography of the development site instead
of a building that "fights against" the contours. resulting in excessive retaining of the
slopes.
The building site locations have been proposed to ensure that existing views from private
property adjacent to the site are not negatively impacted. The residential building sites
have been clustered low on the development site and away from the exterior perimeter of
the development site. This design intent achieves the goals of the Town's development
regulations without negatively impacting any existing or potential development on the
adjoining properties.
7. A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians addressing
on and off-site traffic circulation that is compatible with the Town
transportation plan.
Applicant's Response: The circulation system has been designed for both vehicles and
pedestrians and is compatible with the Town's transportation plan. As designed, a private
road will be constructed across the development site to provide vehicular access to each
of the residential lots. The private road shall be constructed to comply with minimum
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Town standards for road construction. Additionally, subject to adjacent property owner
consent, an easement for pedestrian access will be platted along the southerly edge of Lot
1 to provide a pedestrian connection between Longsun Lane and the Town-owned Tract
H to the west of the development site. Within the easement, and at the sole discretion of
the Town, the applicant will construct an unimproved pedestrian path from Longsun Lane
to Tract H.
8, Functional and aesthetic landscaping and open space in 'order to optimize
and preserve natural features, recreation, views and function.
Applicant's Response: Landscaping and open space have been provided within the
PUD to optimize and preserve the natural features, recreation, views and function of the
development site. As previously stated, more than 145,000 square feet of non-
developable buffer zone area is provided within the PUD. The non-developable buffer
zone area will ensure the preservation of the natural features and vegetation existing on
the site and add to the aesthetic quality of the surrounding areas by providing more
undeveloped area. The additional area, while visually pleasing, will also be functional in
that a pedestrian access easement could be provided to allow pedestrian access to Tract H
which is a Town-owned open space parcel. Currently, the only legal means of public
access to Tract H is from Wildridge Road East.
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Individual plans for landscaping will be. submitted to the Town for review and approval
as part of the approved plan set for development on each of the lots. The individual plans
shall be designed to fully comply with the minimum requirements for residential
landscaping as prescribed in Section 4C, Town of Avon Residential, Commercial and
Industrial DeS1pI7 Review Guidelines. At this time, subsequent to Town approval, the
design intent of the landscape plans is to create harmony between each of the building
sites and the natural topography and existing vegetation on the site. This intent will be
achieved by selecting plant materials that are adaptable to the area and are compatible to
the various climatic zones found in the Valley. Plant materials such as Colorado Blue
Spruce, Rocky Mountain Juniper, Pinyon, i~uaking Aspen, Serviceberry, Snowberry,
Mountain Mahogany, Alpine Currant, Potentilla, Western Sage, Rabbitbrush, and other
similar hardy species are proposed. The applicant is not requesting deviations or
variations to any landscape area requirements.
9. Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable, functional
and efficient relationship throughout the development of the (amended)
PUD. The phasing plan shall clearly demonstrate that each phase can be
workable, functional and efficient without relying upon completion of future
project phases.
Applis RespODSe: A workable, functional and efficient plan for development
within the PUD will be achieved. As proposed, the first step in the development of the
site will be to construct all necessary infrastructure on the site. The applicant has received
preliminary approval from each of the public utility service providers for _ access to
services (ie, ERWSD, Holy Cross, Public Service, etc.) This includes the extension of
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public utility services (sewer, water, gas, electric, cable, telephone, etc.) with stub outs to
each lot, and the installation of the required fire hydrants. With all the necessary
infrastructure construction complete, each of the residential lots will be ready for future
construction and no reliance upon the completion of future project phases is necessary.
10. Adequacy of public services such as sewer, water, schools, transportation
systems, roads, parks, police and fire protection.
Applicant's Response: Adequate facilities are available to serve the eight (8) single-
family residential lots. Longsun Lane provides vehicular access to the development site
with a new private road providing access to the lots from Longsun Lane. Longsun Lane
is a platted public street maintained by the Town of Avon. As. an infill development
within an existing platted subdivision, no annexation request or requests for expanded
municipal services are required.
Adequate infrastructure and platted easements exist on the development site to ensure the
provision of necessary water, sanitary, and utility services. A thirty-foot.(30.') wide
utility easement traverses north-south across the development site. This easement along
with the creation of additional easements for utilities and drainage will serve the needs of
the residential development on the site.
The present impacts of Residential Duplex (RD) and Residential Low Density. (RLD)
zoning on public facilities and services, including but not limited to fire, police, water
sanitation, roadways, parks, schools and transit are based upon the allowable
development potential granted by the existing zoning regulations. Pursuant to the
.existing PUD, a total of eleven (11) dwelling units of a multi-family and duplex-type are
allowed on the development site. The existing development potential will have no
negative impacts on the above-described criteria as the it is decreasing in density by more
than 25%. Similarly, the future impacts of single-family: development on the public
facilities and services, including but not limited to fire, police, water sanitation, parks,
schools and transit will have no negative impacts on the above-described criteria. Most
importantly, because of the net reduction in total development potential as a result of the
proposal, a reduction in demand on services is expected.
11. That existing streets and . roads are suitable and adequate to carry
anticipated traffic within the proposed (amended) PUD and vicinity of the
proposed (amended) PUD.
Applicant's Response: The existing streets and roads are suitable and adequate to carry
anticipated traffic within the PUD and the area surrounding the PUD. On several
occasions the applicant met with Town staff to specifically discuss traffic impacts.
Pursuant to the Town's Transportation Plan, both Longsun Lane and Wildridge Road
East are designated as local-street types. As local streets, these two streets are already
designed to accommodate the average daily trips (ADT) generated by residential
development. According to the Institute of Transportation Engineer's (ITE) Trip
Generation Manual, 4`h Edition, one (1) single-family residential structure generates six
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• (6) average daily trips. An average daily trip is defined as the average number of vehicle
trips generated leaving from and returning to a designated land use for the purpose of
transportation planning.
12. Describe the proposed development standards. Provide justifications for the
proposed standards and describe the benefits to the Town if they deviate
from Town standards.
Applicant's Response: The proposed development standards for the PUD are:
Underlying
Zone District: Residential Single-Family (RSF)
Allowed Uses: 1. One family dwelling;
2. Accessory buildings and uses.
Special Review
Uses: 1.
Home occupations;
2.
Aboveground public and private utility installations;
3.
Church.
• Development
Standards: 1.
Minimum lot. size: twenty-seven thousand, seven
hundred & fifty square feet (27,750 sq ft);
2.
Maximum building height: thirty-five feet (35 ft);
3.
Minimurn building setbacks:
Front: twenty-five feet (25 ft)
Sides: seven & one-half feet (7.5 ft)
Rear: ten feet (10 ft)
4.
Maximum site coverage: forty percent (40%)
5.
Minimum landscape area: thirty-five percent (35%)
6.
Maximum density: one dwelling unit per lot
7.
Outdoor lighting: a maximum of eight (8) outdoor
lighting fixtures shall be permitted on each
residential lot. With the exception of up to two (2)
decorative lighting fixtures located at the front door
entrance to the residence, all other outdoor lighting
fixtures shall be downward facing 'fully cut-off'
fixtures which do not permit light to be emitted in
an upwards direction from the fixture. All other
Town outdoor lighting requirements shall apply"
Unless noted otherwise on the Approved Development Plan
Note: All other development standards and development requirements not
specifically listed above and as prescribed by the Zoning Code of the Town of
Avon shall apply to development within the PUD.
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The proposed deviations to the development standards are justified by the benefits they
provide to the Town of Avon. As previously stated, approval of the PUD amendment
will ensure that the goals and policies of the Town's Comprehensive Plan are achieved.
As a result of the amendment, development on the site will be responsive to the
topography of the area and future development on the site will be compatible with the
surrounding existing and potential land uses. Specifically, the increased minimum lot
size ensures that the character of the built environment of the area remains unaffected by
the proposed development and the forty percent (40%) increase to the minimum
landscape area requirement and corresponding twenty percent (20%) decrease to the
maximum allowable site coverage allowance assures that an ample amount of natural
landscaping and open space remains in and around the development site.
A written response to the non-developable area review criteria will be provided upon the
adoption of Resolution 04-25 by the Avon Town Council
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VII. NON-DEVELOPABLE AREA REVIEW CRITERIA
On July 27, 2004, the Avon Town Council adopted Resolution No. 04-25.
Resolution No. 04-25 was adopted to establish specific criteria and policy
direction for the community related to the non-developable areas that exist in the
Wildridge PUD and applications that propose to amend the shape, configuration,
or use of non-developable areas. According to the adopted resolution, the three
specific criteria established by the resolution must all be met to amend existing
non-developable areas within the PUD.
The purpose of this section of the PUD amendment application is to respond to
the three specific criteria established by Resolution No. 04-25 and demonstrate
how the application complies with all of the criteria.
1. The proposal to amend the area is in the best interest of the citizens of the
Town through a significant reduction of existing density or development
rights, as demonstrated through the application and hearing process.
Applicant's Response:
The existing dwelling unit development rights of Lots 54, 55, 89 & 90, Block
• 4, of the Wildridge Subdivision is eleven (11) dwelling units (one duplex and
three triplexes). In keeping with the goals of the above-stated criteria, the
applicant is requesting a significant reduction of existing density. When
approved, the overall allowable density for the combined area of the four lots
shall be reduced by three units or roughly 28%. A review of the Town's files
demonstrates that no other PUD amendment in. Wildridge which proposed to
vacate existing property lines and re-allocate developments rights has ever
proposed such a significant reduction. In fact, no other application ever
proposed a reduction greater than 25%. The applicant has complied with this
criteria.
2. The basic area is traded on a one-to-one basis so that the land designation is
not reduced or diminished.
Applicant's Response:
According to the stamped surveyor's information, 3.33 acres (145,055 square
feet) of non-developable area exists with the combined area of Lots 54, 55, 89
& 90. As demonstrated through the specific site development plan and
development application, 3.37 (146,797 square feet) acres of non-developable
area shall remain upon approval of the requested application. Given the
applicant's proposal, the non-developable land area is neither reduced nor
diminished upon approval. Instead, the non-developable land area is actually
t increased by nearly 1,750 square feet.
3. The aesthetic character, contiguity and general location across public and
private properties, natural conditions and intent of the existing area.remains
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intact, as demonstrated through the specific site-development plan and
application.
Applicant's Response:
The aesthetic character and natural conditions of not only the existing non-
developable area but the entire 7+ acre development site is mainly a south
facing mountain hillside of relatively consistent grade and natural, vegetation.
No significant natural features such as rock outcroppings, stands of trees, or
stream courses exist anywhere on the site. The existing location of the non-
developable area is mainly through the center portion of the site and along the
Town-owned open space tract (Tract H). A copy of the existing survey
information has been included in Section V of the Development Application.
The existing non-developable area, is contiguous with Tract H and Lot 56.
According to the applicant's request, the reconfigured non-developable area
shall not only remain contiguous with Tract H and Lot 56, the area adjacent to
these parcels shall increase in size as well as become contiguous with Lot 53
and Lot 88. A review of the reduced plan set, in Section V demonstrates that a
significant non-developable buffer is created along the entire northerly
property line of Lot 53 and nearly 50% of the length of the westerly property
line of Lot 88. In addition, as presently existing, an east-west non-
developable area shall remain between the upper and lower developable areas
of the development site. This area shall serve to maintain the physical and
visual separation that exists between the two areas of development.
Based upon the review of the criteria above, it is clear that the proposal to amend
the size, location and configuration of the non-developable area on presently.
located on Lots 54, 55, 88 & 90 meets all of the criteria establish by Resolution
No. 04-25 and preserves the intent and character of the existing non-developable
area.
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MEMORANDUM
To: File
From: Norman Wood, Town Engineer
Date: August 6, 2004
Re: Western Sage P.U.D. - Preliminary Plan Review
Resubdivision of Lots 54, 55, 89 & 90, Block 4, Wildridge
REVIEW COMMENTS:
1. Variance Required - Section 16.40.330 - Each lot shall have a frontage width
on a dedicated street of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
a) Suggest reconfiguring Lots 1 and 2 to provide 25 foot minimum frontage
to cul-de-sac for each lot.
. . b) Suggest eliminating Tract A and replace with access and utility easement.
2. Variance Criteria - Section 16.12.020
. (a) Whether a strict, literal application of these subdivision regulations would
result in an undue hardship to the subdivider due to the purpose, size, shape, location and
character of the proposed subdivision;
(b) Whether the provisions of the regulations from which relief is requested
are not materially important, in a planning sense, to the orderly controlled development
of the tract in question;
(c) Whether the granting of the request might adversely affect the use of the
land in the immediate area of the tract in question.
3. Public Improvements - Section 16.20.190 (b)(3) - Underground distribution of
gas, electrical power or communications are required and a description of the system or
systems shall be shown.
4. Water & Sewer - 16.20.130 - Before final action can be taken by the Town
Council on any preliminary plan, evidence of approval by the appropriate utilities
(including water and sewer) shall be supplied to the Town Council.
5. Covenants - Section 16.20.150(12) Additional information shall accompany the
preliminary plan as follows:
g. Brief description of proposed covenants.
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1). Topographic Survey must be signed and sealed by professional land surveyor.
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3,4&5.
4) Eliminate side and rear setback lines.
5) Add Utility Easements.
6) Add Non-Developable Area with dimensions and bearings as required to define.
7) Define Building Envelopes based on front setbacks, easements and non-
developable area.
g) Show 10 foot Slope. Maintenance, Drainage & Snow Storage Easements on Lots
1,2,6,7&8.
9) Change Title from "Possible Plat" to "Preliminary Plan."
10) Add Drainage Easement on lot 1 to accommodate drainage and pipe across access
drive.
Sheet 4
1) - Note: Access and turnaround configuration must be approved by Eagle.River
Fire Protection District.
Sheet 5
1) How does Lot 6 access Sewer?
2) Note: Water & Sewer Plans must be approved by Eagle River Water &
Sanitation District.
3) Note: Electric, Natural Gas, Telephone and Cable TV Should be included and
Plans must be approved by the applicable utility company.
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Eliminate Tract A and extend Lots 2, 3, 4 & 5 across area.
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TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO, 04-25
SERIES OF 2004
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO EXISTING NON-DEVELOPABLE
AREAS IN THE WILDRIDGE PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, The Town of Avon has determined that existing non-developable areas
should remain intact-and in a natural states however, also recognizes that from time to ti
application may be made to amend these areas; and me
• WHEREAS, Town Council recognize
developable areas as they exist in the Wildridge Planned stUnit rongly affirms the value of existing non-
restrictions associated to development or encroachment of development in Development (PUD) and the
contained on the PUD subdivision plat; and development these areas as
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the merits of any application that proposes to
amend the shape, configuration, or use of non-developable areas in the Wildridge PUD must
continue to provide an.overall public and community benefit; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Avon hereby affirms general criteria and olic
the community related to the non-developable areas that exist in the Wildridge PUD; and on to
,and
WHEREAS, the Town Council sets forth the following specific criteria to all be met
by
an application in order to consider a proposal to amend existing non-developable areas in t
Wildridge PUD: he
1. The proposal to amend the area is in the best interest of the citizens of the Tow
S through a significant reduction of existing density or development ri hts n
demonstrated through the application and hearing process; and g as
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The basic area is traded on a greater than or equal to one-to-one basis so that the
land designation is not reduced or diminished; and
3. The aesthetic character, contiguity and general location across public and private
properties, natural conditions and intent of the existing area remains intact, as
demonstrated through the specific site-development plan and. application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO that the Town Council hereby sets forth criteria as stated
herein in order to preserve the intent and character of existing non-developable areas as.
contained in the Wildridge Planned Unit Development.
ADOPTED THIS 3q t DAY OF , 2004.
TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
Mayor
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TOWN OF AVON
• ORDINANCE NO. 04-15
SERIES OF 2004
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR
LOTS 54, 55, 89. and 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE
SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO.
WHEREAS, the Owner Jay K. Peterson, has. applied for approval of a Planned Unit
Development ("PUD") Amendment to the Wildridge PUD for Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4,
Wildridge Subdivision (otherwise titled the "Western Sage PUD"); and
WHEREAS, the application proposes to amend the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54,
55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 6 and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, the proper posting, publication and public notices for the hearings before
the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon were provided as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon held a public
hearing on August 17, 2004, at which time the applicant and the public were given an
opportunity to express their opinions and present certain information and reports regarding the
proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, following such public hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission
forwarded its recommendation for approval on the PUD application to the Town Council of the
Town of Avon through Resolution 04-22; and
• WHEREAS, after notices provided by law, this Council held a public hearing on the
day of , 2004, at which time the public was given an opportunity to
express their opinions regarding the proposed PUD Development Plan; and
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WHEREAS, based upon the evidence, testimony, and exhibits, and a study of the
Comprehensive Plan of the Town of Avon, Town Council of the Town of Avon finds as follows: O
1. The hearings before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Town Council
were both extensive and complete and that all pertinent facts, matters and issues
were submitted at those hearings.
2. That the PUD Plan is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town's
Comprehensive Plan, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood and the
public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, THAT:
The Western Sage PUD Amendment to the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and
90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004 is hereby approved,
subject to concurrent approval of corresponding subdivision and associated technical corrections..
as follows:
1. The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the following:
a. Building Envelopes, featuring a minimum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a minimum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically defined to contain all required site disturbances.
b. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be,
copied to the PUD plan.
3. Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the corresponding
subdivision Preliminary Plan.
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED, this day of , 2004, and a public hearing shall be held at the
regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado, on the day of,
, 2004, at 5:30 P.M. in the Municipal Building of the Town of Avon, Colorado.
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Thru: Larry Brooks, Town Manager
From: Tambi Katieb, AICP - Community Developm
Date September 9, 2004
Re: Second Reading of Ordinance No. 04-15 approving amendment for lots
54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4, Wildridge PUD (known as the "Western
Sage PUD") - PUBLIC HEARING
Summary:
Jay Peterson is proposing an amendment to the Wildridge PUD for the four residential
properties listed above, all of which are located in Block 4 of the Wildridge subdivision.
The application is being reviewed in conjunction with a preliminary subdivision
application and subdivision variance application in order to create the private access
drive as proposed. Final action on the PUD plan should be in conjunction with these
associated applications at second reading, after holding a public hearing.
Unfortunately, the applicant was late in submitting revised plans and supplemental
information as required for the Preliminary Subdivision and PUD as required by the
Avon Municipal Code. Therefore, we are requesting a tabling of the second reading to
your next regularly scheduled meeting so we can hear both application at the same
time.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends you open the public hearing for second reading since the
application was noticed for this agenda, and table/continue this application until your
next hearing on September 28, 2004.
Town Manager Comments:
Exhibits:
• A. Town Council Ordinance 04-15
Second Reading of Ordinance 04-15 (PUBLIC HEARING)
September 14, 2004
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
ORDINANCE NO. 04-15
SERIES OF 2004
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR
LOTS 54, 55, 89 and 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE
SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY,
COLORADO.
WHEREAS, the Owner Jay K. Peterson, has applied for approval of a Planned Unit
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Development ("PUD") Amendment to the Wildridge PUD for Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4,
Wildridge Subdivision (otherwise titled the "Western Sage PUD"); and
WHEREAS, the application proposes to amend the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54,
55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 6 and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, the proper posting, publication and public notices for the hearings before
the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon were provided as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon held a public
hearing on August 17, 2004, at which time the applicant and the public were given an
opportunity to express.their opinions and present certain information and reports regarding the
proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, following such public hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission
forwarded its recommendation for approval on the PUD application to the Town Council of the
Town of Avon through Resolution 04-22; and
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• WHEREAS, after notices provided by law, this Council held a public hearing on the
14 day of ~'E46?_ , 2004, at which time the public was given an opportunity to
express their opinions regarding the proposed PUD Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, based upon the evidence, testimony, and exhibits, and a study of the
Comprehensive Plan of the Town of Avon, Town Council of the Town of Avon'finds as follows:
1. The hearings before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Town Council
were both extensive and complete and that all pertinent facts, matters and issues
were submitted at those hearings.
2. That the PUD Plan is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Town's
Comprehensive Plan, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood and the
public interest.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO, THAT:
• The Western Sage PUD Amendment to the Wildridge PUD to rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and
90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning to eight (8) single-family lots (Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
and 7) as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004 is hereby approved,
subject to concurrent approval of corresponding subdivision and associated technical corrections
as follows:
The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the following:
a. Building Envelopes, featuring a minimum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a minimum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically defined to contain all required site disturbances.
b. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be
• copied to the PUD plan.
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3. Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the corresponding
subdivision Preliminary Plan.
INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, APPROVED AND ORDERED
POSTED, this a~ day of 2004, and a public hearing shall be held at the
regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado, on the day of,
-4 ~0 . , 2004, at 5:30 P.M. in the Municipal Building of the Town of Avon, Colorado.
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To: Honorable Mayor and Town Council
From: Tambi Katieb, AICP - Community Development Dire
Date August 17, 2004
Re: First Reading of Ordinance No. 04-15 approving amendment for lots
54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4, Wildridge PUD (known as the 'Western
Sage PUD")
Summary:
Jay Peterson is proposing an amendment to the Wildridge PUD for the four residential
properties-listed above, all of which are located in Block 4 of the Wildridge subdivision.
The application is being reviewed in conjunction with a preliminary subdivision
application and subdivision variance application in order to create the private access
drive as proposed. Final action on the PUD plan should be in conjunction with these
associated applications at second reading, after holding a public hearing.
In summary, the applicant is proposing to rezone four lots that are currently zoned for
duplex and triplex development to create eight single-family lots. The rezoning
represents a reduction of existing vested rights for 11 dwelling units to 8 dwelling units,
a 27% reduction in development rights.
The application was originally submitted as providing access to all eight lots from and
extension of Longsun Lane. It also involved the moving of platted `non-developable
areas' that exist on the Wildridge PUD plat.
After significant discussion with staff, the Commission and members of the public the
applicant withdrew that application and submitted the revised application before you
today. The most salient points of the current application include:
■ No change to anticipated access patterns (i.e. shared access from both
Longsun and Wildridge Road that reflects the existing PUD
configuration).
A more contiguous revision to the platted non-developable areas that
appears to meet the intent of recent policy guidance provided by Town
Council through Resolution 04-25.
The creation of a private access serving 5 single-family homes from
Longsun Lane.
■ Establishing design guidelines through the PUD for the project to
complement those found in the Town design review guidelines.
On August 17, 2004 the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of
the Western Sage PUD with conditions as set forth in Resolution 04-22.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 04-15 on first reading, establishing a public
hearing date for second reading at your September 8, 2004 meeting.
Town Manager Comments:
Exhibits:
A. Staff Report (and backup exhibits) to Planning & Zoning Commission (August
12, 2004 hearing)
B. Executed Planning & Zoning Commission Resolution 04-22
C. Proposed Town Council Ordinance 04-15
Western Sage PUD, Lots 54,55,89,90 Block 4, Wildridge PUD
First Reading of Ordinance 04-15, August 24, 2004
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108 S. Frontage Road, Suite 208
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RE: Lots 54, 55, 89, 90, Block 4, Wildridge- PUD Amendment, Variance, &
Subdivision Preliminary Plan Review Comments
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Norman and myself. The revised application concept appears to respond to the concerns
of staff, the Commission and the neighbors with respect to the new lot layout and the
treatment of the non-developable areas.
To review, our comments on the application that will require clarification or revision
prior to final Council action are as follows:
• 1. Provide the sealed survey copy for the file.
2. Delete setbacks as proposed (since the non-developable area essentially limits your
disturbance), and instead create defined building envelopes. Also, I will also recommend
that the front setbacks of the interior lots (1 through 5) be reduced to 10 feet and the front
setback on Wildridge Road be reduced to 15 feet. As we discussed, this would provide
better flexibility for construction and may minimize the 'creeping' of grading down the
lots and provide additional buffer to the non-developable areas.
3. Reconfigure Lots 1 and 2 to provide the 25 minimum frontage for each lot to the cul-
de-sac, thereby lessening the extent of variance being requested.
4. Clarify the 4,000 square foot restriction. Is this a buildable area restriction or the
maximum home size? There are some conflicts between the PUD plans and pages 2, 13
and 17 of the application in this regard.
5. Cant' over the plat restriction from the Wildridge PUD related to Non-Developable
areas to this PUD plan and the final plat. Also, add the dimensioned new area to the PUD
plan and final plat.
6. Eliminate Tract A and create it as a common access and utility easement across Los
2, 3, 4 and 5. This includes a continuation across the easement of the property lines as
we reviewed.
• 7. Provide a brief description of the proposed covenants with the PreliminarPl
particularly as it relates to the access easement. Y an,
8. Label the 10-foot slope maintenance, drainage and snow storage easements on Lots
1,2,6,7 and S.
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10. Clarify sewer tie in to Lot 6. If access is contemplated across Lot 7 to tie in at Lot.8
boundary, provide the appropriate easement by final plat.
11. Clarify underground distribution of public improvements required, and a description
of the system(s), per Section 16.20.190 (b)(3) of the Avon Municipal Code.
12. Evidence approval by appropriate utilities before Council action on Preliminary Plan,
per Section 16.20.130 of the Avon Municipal Code.
13. Add utility easements to Sheet 3 of the submittal. Add drainage easement on Lot 1
to accommodate drainage and pipe across access drive.
14. All design statements and square footage restrictions should be contained in the
Development Standards of the PUD Development Plan, which are located on the first
page of the PUD plans. If your intent is to create a cohesive feel to all properties
accessed from Longsun Lane, you will need to place those restrictions or minimum
standards on the PUD plan so they can be used in concert with the Town design review
process for each lot.
15. Lighting exceptions proposed (i.e. that 2 fixtures on the front of the house are•not
shielded) will not be supported. We would recommend, at a minimum, partially shielded
fixtures that meet the intent of the Town design guidelines.
16. The increased minimum standards for landscaping are supported, however as we •
discussed, the maximum permanent irrigation requirements of the existing, guidelines will
continue to apply.
This application is scheduled for hearing on August 17, 2004 with the Planning & Zoning
Commission. Jay, if you have any questions about the above requested items please
don't hesitate to call me at 748.4002.
Kind Regards,
Tambi Katieb, AICP
Community Development Director
Cc: File Z-PU2004-3
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SERIES OF 2004
A RESOLUTION RECOA ARNDING APPROVAL OF A PUD AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PUD FOR LOTS 54, 55, 89 AND 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE, TOWN OF
AVON, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO
WHEREAS, Jay K. Peterson has applied for an amendment to the Wildrid a PUD to
eight (8) single-family lots on Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4 known as the "Western create
Sage PUD", as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, after notices required by law, a public hearing on said a
. the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon; and application was held by 0
WHEREAS, said application complies with the PUD criteria set forth in Section 17.2
which include the following: 0.110,
a. Conformance with the Town of Avo=prehensive Plan's Goals and Objectives
has not been met as required by 17.20.110H(1).
b. The overall design concept of this PUD Amendment conforms to the intent of non
developable areas with the proposed building locations, and also conforms to the
general policy criteria for alteration to these areas as contained in Resolution 04-25.
The movement of these areas will not significantly alter the character or be
detrimental to the neighborhood. 17.20.110H(2)
c. The existing development rights on Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90 are compatible with the
immediate scale and character of existing properties, and the existing access
conditions, and platted non-developable areas, and the proposed decrease of density to
8 single-family residences is compatible as applied for in the PUD amendment.
17.20.110H(3)
d. This PUD Amendment application is responsive to the existing topography and
natural features of Wildridge. 17.20.110H(4)
e. This PUD Amendment application creates functional or optimized open space that is
responsive to existing views and buffers to open space. 17.20.110H(8)
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f. This PUD will not increase the non-conformity of Longsun Lane, as the access
proposed is private, and the traffic and number of dwelling.units projected onto the
existing cul-de-sac will not be increased over the existing PUD.. 17.20.110H(11) '
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning and Zoning Commission hereby
recommends approval of the application for an amendment to the Wildridge PUD to
rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning for an existing total
of eleven (11) dwelling units to eight (8) dwelling units on eight (8) single-family lots
(Lots 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 & 8), reducing three (3) development rights, as more specifically
described in the application dated July 19, 2004 with the following conditions:
1, The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the
following:
a. Maximum Square footage of homes shall be clarified as 4,000 square feet.,
b. Building Envelopes, featuring a maximum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a maximum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically defined to contain all require site disturbances.
c. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be
copied to the PUD plan.
3. Approval of this .PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the
corresponding subdivision Preliminary Plan.
ADOPTED THIS 17th DAY OF August; 2004
Signed:
Chris Evans, Chairman
Attest:
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LOTS 54, 55, 89 & 90, BLOCK 4
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WILORIDGE. TOWN OF AVON, COLORADO
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TOWN OF AVON
PLANNING ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 04-22
SERIES OF 2004
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PUD AMENDMENT TO THE
WILDRIDGE PUD FOR LOTS 54, 55, 89 AND 90, BLOCK 4, WILDRIDGE, TOWN OF
AVON, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO
WHEREAS, Jay K. Peterson has applied for an amendment to the Wildridge PUD to create
eight (8) single-family lots on Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4 known as the "Western
Sage PUD", as more specifically described in the application dated July 19, 2004; and
WHEREAS, after notices required by law, a public hearing on said application was held by
the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Avon; and
WHER*"-'AS, said application complies with the PUD criteria
set forth in Section 17.20.110,
whic'!% include the following:
a. Conformance with the Town of Avon Comprehensive Plan's Goals and Objectives
has not been met as required by 17.20.1101-1(1).
b. The overall design concept of this PUD Amendment conforms to the intent of non-
developable areas with the proposed building locations, and also conforms to the
general policy criteria for alteration to these areas as contained in Resolution 04-25.
The movement of these areas will not significantly alter the character or be
detrimental to the neighborhood. 17.20.110H(2)
c. The existing development rights on Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90 are compatible with the
immediate scale and character of existing properties, and the existing access
conditions, and platted non-developable areas, and the proposed decrease of density to
8 single-family residences is compatible as applied for in the PUD amendment.
17.20.1 1 OH(3)
d. This PUD Amendment application is responsive to the existing topography and
natural features of Wildridge. 17.20.1 1 OH(4)
e. This PUD Amendment application creates functional or optimized open space that is
responsive to existing views and buffers to open space. 17.20.11 OH(8)
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f. This PUD will not increase the non-conformity of Longsun Lane, as the access
proposed is private, and the traffic and number of dwelling units projected onto the
existing cul-de-sac will not be increased over the existing PUD. 17.20.110H(11)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning and Zoning Commission hereby
recommends approval of the application for an amendment to the Wildridge PUD to
rezone Lots 54, 55, 89 and 90, Block 4 from duplex and triplex zoning for an existing total
of eleven (11) dwelling units to eight (8) dwelling units on eight (8) single-family lots
(Lots 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 & 8), reducing three (3) development rights, as more specifically
described in the application dated July 19, 2004 with the following conditions:
The Development Standards on the PUD Plan will be revised to include the
following:
a. Building Envelopes, featuring a minimum front yard setback on Lots 1-5 of 10
feet, and a minimum front yard setback on Lots 6-8 of 15 feet. Building
envelopes will be specifically'defined to contain all require site disturbances.
b. Design Guidelines for this PUD shall be placed on the PUD plan.
2. The PUD site plan shall be revised to add the following:
a. The non-developable area restriction from the Wildridge PUD plan shall be
copied to the PUD plan.
3. Approval of this PUD is contingent upon concurrent approval of the
!:orresponding subdivision Preliminary Plan.
ADOPTED THIS 17th DAY OFAugust, 2004
Signed:
Date:
Chris Evans, Chairman
Attest:
Date: Ll d
Terry Smi cretary
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